Sr. Manager, Continuous Improvement & Lean Leader
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Location: Junction City, KS 66441
Description:
Overview
THIS IS NOT A REMOTE ROLE
As the Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement and Lean Leader, you will drive OpEx capability development programs for the site and partner with functional leaders to define and execute improvement initiatives across the Foot Locker DC operations. In addition to expert level knowledge of Operational Excellence techniques, the Senior Manager, Value Stream Lean Leader should also have subject matter expertise in one or more specific areas of operations.
The Senior Manager, Value Stream Lean Leader identifies key opportunities and gaps in the core business processes; aligns resources to these priorities; ensures appropriate charters and quality improvement methodologies, tools and techniques are being leveraged to drive improvements; and continues to be an advocate for future operational improvements by partnering with and challenging the business and leadership in system thinking and new ideas.
This individual will report to the Director of Continuous Improvement and dotted line to Site Sr. Director of Operations as part of the facility leadership team to lead the site strategy plan to drive improved performance in Quality, Service, and Efficiency.
Responsibilities
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Responsible for development and implementation of Foot Locker's operational strategic projects including Continuous Improvement, Change Management, cost optimization, and Operational Excellence Training.
Process Analysis and Improvement: Create & maintain the implementation of site's VSM and evaluate existing business processes to identify inefficiencies and areas requiring enhancement. Drive the defined Continuous Improvement roadmap.
Project Management: Lead large scale and complex improvement projects within operations or across facilities and effectively coordinate these programs with the project teams from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and achievement of desired outcomes. Utilize project management methodologies to track progress and address any issues that arise. Project leadership includes identifying opportunities; defining and financially justifying projects; negotiating resources; launching project teams; using good project management to manage team activities; training and coaching of Lean resources assigned to the team; leading teams to execute projects with problem solving methodology; tracking project status and results; anticipating and removing project barriers; and developing team members. Ensure projects are integrated and aligned with other business
activities, improvement projects and business strategy and coordinated with the appropriate project/process owners to accomplish the project goals (whenever possible).
Change Management: Lead change management planning and execution for projects. Ensure effective, accurate, and timely communication of project information to meet the needs of identified partners.
Training and Coaching: Responsible for the development & execution of lean certification program for all site exempt employees, and monthly training sessions for non-exempt employees. Provide training and mentorship to employees on continuous improvement methodologies, tools, and best practices. Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization. Mentor & develop all site front line leaders in leadership best practices inclusive of verbal & visual communication techniques as well as effective change management methodologies. Communicate best practices and key learning's across the organization.
Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to ensure that improvement initiatives are aligned with organizational goals. Facilitate cross-functional teams to drive collective problem-solving and innovation.
Kaizen Events: Lead the execution of quarterly site Kaizen events to deliver cost savings in accordance with site strategic objectives.
Other Duties:
o Assure that practices promoting continuous improvement are adopted by the organization to drive improvements in morale, quality, delivery, and cost.
o Support the company's commitment to employee engagement through performance-based recognition programs, critical thinking, and innovation.
o Utilizes continuous improvement tools and methodology to conduct root cause analysis.
o Leads risk identification and risk mitigating planning.
o Utilizes negotiation, facilitation, meeting management, and conflict resolution skills to enhance cross-functional team performance.
o Facilitates project post-mortems with all key partners and identify key areas for process improvements.
o Act as the liaison between sites operations team, and the functional engineering SMEs to translate needed requirements for identified projects.
o May perform other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
Competencies:
Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze complex processes and data to identify improvement opportunities.
Project Management: Proficiency in managing projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
Leadership: Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including the ability to motivate and guide teams toward achieving common goals.
Problem-Solving: Adept at identifying root causes of issues and developing effective solutions.
Change Management: Experience in leading organizational change initiatives and managing resistance effectively.
Benefits
The annual base salary range is $100,000 - $130,000 / year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.
THIS IS NOT A REMOTE ROLE
As the Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement and Lean Leader, you will drive OpEx capability development programs for the site and partner with functional leaders to define and execute improvement initiatives across the Foot Locker DC operations. In addition to expert level knowledge of Operational Excellence techniques, the Senior Manager, Value Stream Lean Leader should also have subject matter expertise in one or more specific areas of operations.
The Senior Manager, Value Stream Lean Leader identifies key opportunities and gaps in the core business processes; aligns resources to these priorities; ensures appropriate charters and quality improvement methodologies, tools and techniques are being leveraged to drive improvements; and continues to be an advocate for future operational improvements by partnering with and challenging the business and leadership in system thinking and new ideas.
This individual will report to the Director of Continuous Improvement and dotted line to Site Sr. Director of Operations as part of the facility leadership team to lead the site strategy plan to drive improved performance in Quality, Service, and Efficiency.
Responsibilities
#LI-
Responsible for development and implementation of Foot Locker's operational strategic projects including Continuous Improvement, Change Management, cost optimization, and Operational Excellence Training.
Process Analysis and Improvement: Create & maintain the implementation of site's VSM and evaluate existing business processes to identify inefficiencies and areas requiring enhancement. Drive the defined Continuous Improvement roadmap.
Project Management: Lead large scale and complex improvement projects within operations or across facilities and effectively coordinate these programs with the project teams from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and achievement of desired outcomes. Utilize project management methodologies to track progress and address any issues that arise. Project leadership includes identifying opportunities; defining and financially justifying projects; negotiating resources; launching project teams; using good project management to manage team activities; training and coaching of Lean resources assigned to the team; leading teams to execute projects with problem solving methodology; tracking project status and results; anticipating and removing project barriers; and developing team members. Ensure projects are integrated and aligned with other business
activities, improvement projects and business strategy and coordinated with the appropriate project/process owners to accomplish the project goals (whenever possible).
Change Management: Lead change management planning and execution for projects. Ensure effective, accurate, and timely communication of project information to meet the needs of identified partners.
Training and Coaching: Responsible for the development & execution of lean certification program for all site exempt employees, and monthly training sessions for non-exempt employees. Provide training and mentorship to employees on continuous improvement methodologies, tools, and best practices. Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization. Mentor & develop all site front line leaders in leadership best practices inclusive of verbal & visual communication techniques as well as effective change management methodologies. Communicate best practices and key learning's across the organization.
Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to ensure that improvement initiatives are aligned with organizational goals. Facilitate cross-functional teams to drive collective problem-solving and innovation.
Kaizen Events: Lead the execution of quarterly site Kaizen events to deliver cost savings in accordance with site strategic objectives.
Other Duties:
o Assure that practices promoting continuous improvement are adopted by the organization to drive improvements in morale, quality, delivery, and cost.
o Support the company's commitment to employee engagement through performance-based recognition programs, critical thinking, and innovation.
o Utilizes continuous improvement tools and methodology to conduct root cause analysis.
o Leads risk identification and risk mitigating planning.
o Utilizes negotiation, facilitation, meeting management, and conflict resolution skills to enhance cross-functional team performance.
o Facilitates project post-mortems with all key partners and identify key areas for process improvements.
o Act as the liaison between sites operations team, and the functional engineering SMEs to translate needed requirements for identified projects.
o May perform other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in operations, engineering, statistics, or supply chain required. Master's degree in business or supply chain preferred.
- Minimum five (5) years' experience leading lean implementations or continuous improvement.
- Minimum five (5) years' experience within Distribution, Supply Chain/Logistics or Manufacturing experience.
- Lean certification or 6-sigma Greenbelt required. 6-sigma Blackbelt preferred.
Competencies:
Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze complex processes and data to identify improvement opportunities.
Project Management: Proficiency in managing projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
Leadership: Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including the ability to motivate and guide teams toward achieving common goals.
Problem-Solving: Adept at identifying root causes of issues and developing effective solutions.
Change Management: Experience in leading organizational change initiatives and managing resistance effectively.
Benefits
The annual base salary range is $100,000 - $130,000 / year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.
- Employee Discount
- Paid Time Off
- Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
- 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
- Strong Company Culture
- Employee Resource Groups